A large number of volunteers from the Kangleipak Students’ Association (KSA) staged a protest at Manipur University, gheraoing the office of the Vice Chancellor and locking the main gate, demanding his removal over alleged maladministration and irregularities. The protestors attempted to march towards the Vice Chancellor’s office during the afternoon but were stopped by security…
The Indigenous People’s Forum Manipur (IPFM) has urged Manipur Governor A K Bhalla to clarify the current status of the Suspension of Operation (SoO) agreement with armed Kuki militant groups, alleging that some groups under the arrangement are involved in poppy cultivation in various hill areas of the state. Addressing media persons at the Manipur…
Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on February 1 said the reforms announced in the Union Budget 2026–27 would help create new opportunities for startups, IT-enabled services and skilled youth in the Northeast. At the same time, the Manipur Congress criticised the Budget, alleging that it failed to address the state’s long-running crisis.In a…
Residents of several villages in Ukhrul district have warned of a 72-hour blockade along National Highway-202 if the government does not act on long-pending demands related to road expansion and land compensation. Villagers from Hungpung, Shangshak Phunghon, Shangshak Khullen and Hatha said they plan to block traffic on NH-202 from February 4 to February 6….
The District Administration of Kangpokpi, in collaboration with the Integrated Rural Management Association (IRMA), has officially launched a 15-day mobile vehicle campaign titled “Protect Childhood, Stop Child Marriage.” The initiative was flagged off today from the Deputy Commissioner’s Complex by Lamminlal Simte, MCS (AC to DC and SDO, Champhai). This intensive 15-day outreach is a…
Shija Hospitals & Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. has been conferred with the Association of Healthcare Providers India (AHPI) Award for Excellence in Healthcare at the AHPI Global Conclave 2026, under the category of Excellence in Hospital Operations (Non-Clinical). The award ceremony was held at Taj Lands’ End, Mumbai. The conclave brought together representatives and leadership…
Thousands of people from different walks of life took part in “Save Manipur” rally organised by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) on Saturday reaffirming collective stand on protecting the territorial integrity of the state. The rally started from Tiddim Ground, Kwakeithel and culminated at Thau Ground, Thangmeiband covering a distance of 5 km….
The Joint Tribes Council (JTC), Manipur has expressed serious concern over alleged threats and intimidation targeting indigenous Naga residents of Ireng (Puilong) Naga village in Kangpokpi district, reportedly by members of the Kuki National Front (KNF). In a statement, the JTC asserted that no designated Suspension of Operations (SoO) camps or illegal camps would be…
The Special Court of the National Investigation Agency, Manipur Number 1 took cognisance of the charge sheet filed in connection with the abduction and killing of six members of the Meitei community in Jiribam district. The case relates to the death of three women and three children, including an eight-month-old infant, in an incident that…
Assam Rifles inaugurated a Vocational Carpentry and Artisan Training Programmer at Hugine Thana Village, Kamjong District under Operation Sadbhavana. The month-long initiative is designed to foster skill development and create sustainable livelihood opportunities for local youth in this remote region.A total of 25 participants has enrolled in the programmer, which seeks to empower unemployed and…
